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#Post#: 23105--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: EE51TRY
Date: May 3, 2019, 3:47 am
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sorry to see Luke go, as many have mentioned that hip injury
sustained in pre season would appear to have been the start of
it all - he did fantastically well to even come back from that
where many would not.
as well as a great player and ambassador for the club over the
years he is a true gent - i had the pleasure of meeting him at a
pre season event arranged by himself and Mark for the foundation
- lets not forget the great charitable efforts on his behalf,
the visits to India were something that quite clearly moved him,
the videos shown that night clearly demonstrated this.
also worth noting that throughout this whole event he was on
crutches!! great player, great bloke, great ambassador and
ultimately a great servant to the Quins family.
Thanks Luke - you will be missed, hope you get a great send off
that only the stoop can provide.
#Post#: 23107--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: Quinston Churchill
Date: May 3, 2019, 4:11 am
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--- Quote from: never sleep link ---
>
> Apologies to QP for this - but here is a posting of his from
the old board from March 2013 regarding which player had the
best hair.
>
> "He's had lovely hair for ages now - I can't believe you only
just noticed. I first really noticed he'd grown his beautiful
hair when he played against Saints at home last season and won
the MOTM award. As I walked from the south stand to the members
bar entrance, to meet a fellow poster, I stood by the ad
hoarding to applaud the approaching players, and could scarcely
believe it when Lukey came over and hugged the lady next to me
and Jammy. I offered him a manly handshake and told him he'd
been incredible that night, although my rapidly beating heart
turned my voice into a barely audible squeak.
>
> How do you know Luke, I asked the lady, to which she replied -
he's my son. Wow, said I, you must be proud of him. Very proud,
she replied. Unbeknownst to Mrs Wallace I had recorded our brief
exchange on my Android smartphone (unlimited calls & texts, 1gb
data per month).
>
> The following week Luke again got MOTM at home against
Gloucester, although sadly it wasn't very sunny that day so his
hair didn't deliver the golden qualities I had dreamed about the
night before. Never mind. After the final whistle I made my way
to the back of the south stand for a smoke and to play Luke's
mum on my headphones.
>
> With almost military precision, by the time I was near the
players' lounge in the east stand bar, Luke immediately walked
in with some fellow players. His hair was still damp from the
after-match shower, but the golden strands nearly blinded
everyone, and the mood in the bar imperceptibly heightened. It
was too soon though - I hadn't had time to prepare for his
entrance. He walked past me and I gazed longingly at THE HAIR,
finished my 8th pint of AG and belched playfully. Nick Easter
gave me a look of disgust, but I barley noticed as I followed
every bounce of Luke's famous locks, while the dog-eared photo
of George Lowe fell from my fingers.
>
> It was too late. The moment had gone. I was so transfixed by
THE HAIR that I forgot to pass on my congratulations to Lukey. I
somehow felt let down, but I knew it was my own fault. Later
that night, with the smell of The Room at the Top dancefloor
etched into my forehead, I wrestled myself into my Mike Brown
pyjamas and cried myself to sleep listening to Luke's mum on the
headphones."
>
--- End Quote ---
I model myself on a budget Luke Wallace for all the reasons
above. Not sure I’m managing to entirely pull it off (on or off
he field).
#Post#: 23123--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: markymark
Date: May 3, 2019, 5:59 am
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I'll be sad to see him go. A real gentleman. As some have said,
he used to give his all to the games he got to play in when I
saw him. I met him on the way to the Saints game a few weeks
back. Really nice fellow and he did say he would have liked to
stay with the club but Gussy had his mind set on the current
squad and no-one was getting a look in. At the time, he had no
concrete irons in the fire but Sale and Gloucester were
interested.
Good luck on the next journey Luke!
#Post#: 23124--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: jjquin
Date: May 3, 2019, 6:16 am
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My wife's favourite player and at his his best, one I always
enjoyed seeing on the team sheet. Sadly, the game (Quins game?)
has moved on and the years/injuries have taken their toll and
its hard to disagree with the decision to let him go. Hopefully
to somewhere where he can make a useful contribution and surfing
and mountain biking will sustain him when the rugby days are
over!
#Post#: 23125--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: Marler
Date: May 3, 2019, 6:18 am
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--- Quote from: Guildford Quin link ---
>
> There doesn't seem to be a place in Quins back row for a
genuine No.7 in the mould of Curry, Broussow, Louw, Kriel etc.
>
--- End Quote ---
I thought we'd just signed Evans from Leicester for exactly that
purpose.
#Post#: 23131--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: Quinky
Date: May 3, 2019, 7:14 am
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Best of luck to a great servant. His injury was horrible and I
was fearful that he might need to retire. Credit to him for even
getting back onto the pitch.
I really hope he finds a club that can accommodate his undoubted
skills and his own style. He deserves it.
Best of luck Luke.
#Post#: 23135--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: RodneyRegis
Date: May 3, 2019, 7:47 am
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--- Quote from: never sleep link ---
>
> Apologies to QP for this - but here is a posting of his from
the old board from March 2013 regarding which player had the
best hair.
>
> "He's had lovely hair for ages now - I can't believe you only
just noticed. I first really noticed he'd grown his beautiful
hair when he played against Saints at home last season and won
the MOTM award. As I walked from the south stand to the members
bar entrance, to meet a fellow poster, I stood by the ad
hoarding to applaud the approaching players, and could scarcely
believe it when Lukey came over and hugged the lady next to me
and Jammy. I offered him a manly handshake and told him he'd
been incredible that night, although my rapidly beating heart
turned my voice into a barely audible squeak.
>
> How do you know Luke, I asked the lady, to which she replied -
he's my son. Wow, said I, you must be proud of him. Very proud,
she replied. Unbeknownst to Mrs Wallace I had recorded our brief
exchange on my Android smartphone (unlimited calls & texts, 1gb
data per month).
>
> The following week Luke again got MOTM at home against
Gloucester, although sadly it wasn't very sunny that day so his
hair didn't deliver the golden qualities I had dreamed about the
night before. Never mind. After the final whistle I made my way
to the back of the south stand for a smoke and to play Luke's
mum on my headphones.
>
> With almost military precision, by the time I was near the
players' lounge in the east stand bar, Luke immediately walked
in with some fellow players. His hair was still damp from the
after-match shower, but the golden strands nearly blinded
everyone, and the mood in the bar imperceptibly heightened. It
was too soon though - I hadn't had time to prepare for his
entrance. He walked past me and I gazed longingly at THE HAIR,
finished my 8th pint of AG and belched playfully. Nick Easter
gave me a look of disgust, but I barley noticed as I followed
every bounce of Luke's famous locks, while the dog-eared photo
of George Lowe fell from my fingers.
>
> It was too late. The moment had gone. I was so transfixed by
THE HAIR that I forgot to pass on my congratulations to Lukey. I
somehow felt let down, but I knew it was my own fault. Later
that night, with the smell of The Room at the Top dancefloor
etched into my forehead, I wrestled myself into my Mike Brown
pyjamas and cried myself to sleep listening to Luke's mum on the
headphones."
>
>
--- End Quote ---
I knew qp used to be funny. Thanks for confirming.
#Post#: 23139--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: never sleep
Date: May 3, 2019, 7:55 am
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"Later that night, with the smell of The Room at the Top
dancefloor etched into my forehead"
Where was "The Room at the Top"? Was it the name of the
upstairs bit of the Cabbage Patch?
#Post#: 23142--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: HarTley Quin
Date: May 3, 2019, 8:14 am
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Sorry to see him go. A great servant to the club who, at his
best could have made it into the England squad but doesn't seem
to have recovered from an horrendous injury.
Good luck in whatever you do next Luke.
#Post#: 23150--------------------------------------------------
Re: Luke Wallace
DIR By: TW Quin
Date: May 3, 2019, 9:51 am
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--- Quote from: HarTley Quin link ---
>
> Sorry to see him go. A great servant to the club who, at his
best could have made it into the England squad but doesn't seem
to have recovered from an horrendous injury.
>
> Good luck in whatever you do next Luke.
>
--- End Quote ---
Fully agree sorry to see him go. He’s been a great player for
us. Met him a few times very decent chap and always had time for
a chat and photos with the kids. Wish him well and hope he’s a
the Stoop tonight.
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